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Aliko Dangote, NMDPRA feud: Stakeholders react as fuel price crashes across Nigerian filling stations
The renewed feud between Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Refinery, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Farouk Ahmed and fuel importers and marketers alike has pushed retail fuel prices to the lowest rate nationwide.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
DAILY POST reports that on Sunday, Dangote made several accusations against the NMDPRA boss, including describing him as an economic saboteur for encouraging fuel imports despite his refinery’s capacity.
The billionaire investor further claimed that Ahmed paid up to $5 million, which is over N7 billion, as school tuition for his children in Switzerland., an allegation NMDPRA in July 2025 had dismissed as false.
The allegation was first made public by a coalition of civil society organizations under Lawyers in Defence of Good Governance.
While Dangote re-echoed the claims on Sunday, the CSO, in a statement on Monday by its director, Olawale Mudasiru, retracted their allegations against Ahmed on the basis that they were misinformation.
“Our initial allegations were based on misinformation. We have since discovered that Engr. Farouk Ahmed’s children were on scholarships and had completed their education before his appointment,” he said in a statement to DAILY POST.
Meanwhile, the allegation had already sent panic among stakeholders and players in the downstream sector.
DAILY POST reports that Dangote’s fresh attack on Ahmed comes at the instance of the former’s recent gantry fuel price reduction from N828 to N699 per liter to edge out importers whose ex-depot price as of last week stood at a minimum of N824 per liter.
Dangote, in his Sunday briefing, said Nigerians should not buy petrol in December and January for more than N740 per liter from Tuesday.
He vowed to fight with his resources to see that fuel prices are crashed.
Development industrial stakeholders described it as a market strategy for Dangote to force marketers to patronize his petrol and dominate the market.
Checks by DAILY POST showed that Bovas filling station in Abuja’s Wuse Zone 6 had crashed its retail fuel price to N865 per liter, down from N910 earlier on Monday.
Empire Energy, Ranoil in Gwarimpa, Abuja, have adjusted their pump to 912 and 910 per liter, respectively.
Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NIPCO) and AA Rano filling stations in Abuja dispense petrol as of Monday night at N915, N905, and N910 per liter, respectively.
When DAILY POST called a filling station manager at MRS, who preferred anonymity, Monday evening, he confirmed that petrol has remained unchanged at N910 per liter but may come down from Tuesday.
Private depot owners such as Menj, Bovas, AA Rano, and Integrated reduced their pump price to N710 per liter, up from around N824 per liter.
Meanwhile, AYM Shafa, Raniol, and other ex-depot prices stood at N815 per liter.
Marketers begin impleming fuel price drop nationwide – IPMAN
The spokesperson of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Chinedu Ukadike, told DAILY POST exclusively that Nigerians would begin to see the petrol price drop implemented across filling stations from Tuesday to next week.
“So from Tuesday and next week, you will see the reactions and the dividends of this reduction in petroleum price,” he said.
Speaking on the feud between Dangote and Ahmed, he said that both need to collaborate for the benefit of Nigerians.
“I also believe that NMDPRA and Dangote should collaborate to ensure that there is a steady supply of petroleum products and to enable the masses to enjoy the benefits of this reduced price,” he appealed.
DAILY POST reports that despite the petrol price drop, road transportation cost has remained unchanged in Abuja and other major cities.
Dangote-Ahmed feud won’t benefit Nigerians, petrol price cut short-lived – PETROAN President, Gillis-Harry
On his part, the National President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, in an interview with DAILY POST on Monday, dismissed claims that there were deliberate efforts to frustrate the operations of the Dangote Refinery, describing such narratives as “phantom talks” driven by industry rivalry and a struggle for dominance.
According to him, it is illogical for anyone acting in good faith to work against the functionality of a major national asset like the Dangote Refinery.
“How can anybody in their right senses find it a good thing to make the refinery not work? It’s just not possible,” he said.
“In my opinion, these are phantom talks playing around in the industry for dominance, for an oligarch to take over the industry,” he added.
He noted that there are already strong agreements in place to ensure that petrol produced by the Dangote Refinery is patronized before imported products, stressing that marketers are not opposed to local refining.
The PETROAN president, however, cautioned against what he described as unsustainable pricing strategies, following recent reductions in petrol prices by the refinery.
“If he wakes up and starts reducing prices, maybe he has a lot of money he wants to burn. At the end of the day, we will see how it plays out for Nigeria,” he stated.
He warned Nigerians not to be swayed by what he termed “Greek gifts,” arguing that artificially low petrol prices could destabilize the market and harm the economy in the long run.
“If petroleum product pricing is not correct, it is not a fair market price.
“Whether we are refiners, importers, or marketers, trying to play to the gallery with the populace is self-deceit,” he said.
The PETROAN boss stressed that inaccurate pricing could lead to serious challenges later, with severe consequences for Nigerians who rely daily on petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel.
“You may enjoy incorrect pricing for one week or one month, but what happens for the rest of your life? Nigerians will suffer when the push comes to shove,” he warned.
He concluded by urging stakeholders to avoid marketing tactics that may appear attractive in the short term but do not serve the long-term interest of Nigerians.
“It’s better for pricing to be accurate and correct. We need to stop these kinds of tactics that do not benefit Nigerians in the long run,” he added.
DAILY POST reported that Gillis-Harry had described Dangote’s claim against the NMDPRA CEO as blackmail and petty.
Meanwhile, the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has called on Dangote and NMDPRA to cease hostility.
Recall that NMDPRA’s November industrial data said that out of the 52.9 million liters per day of petrol consumed by Nigerians, only 19.5 million liters per day were supplied by Dangote Refinery.
The data showed the country’s fuel petrol is still heavily dominated by fuel imports, the reason the Nigerian government had halted the implementation of a 15 percent import duty tax on refined petrol products.
Meanwhile, Dangote has expressed his displeasure over the regulator’s data.
In 2024, Dangote and Ahmed had engaged in a war of words over the claim that the former’s $20 billion refinery produces petrol products with high sulfur.
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The Kano State Government has announced that the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, will lead this year’s Eid-el-Fitr Durbar, even as it unveiled strict guidelines to prevent a breakdown of law and order during the celebrations.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
The government said the decision, approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, followed credible intelligence reports indicating attempts by some individuals to create unrest during the Sallah period.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the government said it remained committed to preserving Kano’s cultural heritage but would prioritise peace and security.
According to the statement, Hawan Idi (Eid Durbar) will be conducted by Emir Sanusi from the Kofar Mata Eid Ground through designated routes to Gidan Shettima, terminating at Kofar Fatalwa of the emir’s palace.
It added that Hawan Nasarawa would be held in a modified form without horseback displays, while Hawan Daushe, Hawan Fanisau and Hawan Dorayi have been suspended for the time being in the interest of public safety.
The government said all security agencies had been directed to intensify surveillance and ensure strict compliance with the directives before, during and after the festive period.
It urged residents to remain calm, law-abiding and cooperative with security agencies, while cautioning against the spread of unverified information.
The government further assured the public of its commitment to a peaceful and hitch-free Sallah celebration, wishing Muslims in the state a joyous Eid-el-Fitr.
The Durbar, a centuries-old cultural procession, has been thrown into uncertainty following conflicting statements from government officials on whether it will hold this year, given the unresolved legal battle between Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero.
While Governor Yusuf reinstated Sanusi II in 2024, Bayero continues to contest his dethronement in court, leaving the emirship in dispute.
The government recently hinted that the stool controversy would soon be resolved.
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Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has dismissed comments by human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, over what he described as transactional politics and activism.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
PUNCH Online reports that Sowore’s comment followed a viral video in which the activist criticised what he described as “transactional politics” among some regional agitators and influencers, accusing them of aligning with political actors for personal or material benefit.
In the video, Sowore appeared to reference Igboho, suggesting that his recent political positions, including support for President Bola Tinubu’s potential re-election bid, reflected what he termed “amala politics” — a colloquial expression often used to imply opportunistic or interest-driven engagement rather than principled activism.
Igboho, in a statement issued by his media aide, Olayomi Koiki, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Tuesday, criticised Sowore for allegedly describing his activism as “amala politics” in a recent viral video circulating on social media.
He described the comment as an inconsequential rant that should be ignored by the public.
Igboho argued that his agitation for improved security in the South-West and his support for the second-term bid of President Bola Tinubu in 2027 were constitutional rights aimed at promoting the collective interests of the Yoruba people and the development of Nigeria.
He said, “We strongly reject the characterisation of Igboho’s activism as transactional. Such a myopic position misrepresents the intent and focus of our agitation on effective grassroots security in the South-West and Nigeria as a whole.
“How many protests did Sowore organise to push for my freedom? Sowore’s claim of fighting for the masses contradicts his alleged daily lodging expenses of N450,000 at a popular Lagos hotel.
“I cannot be compelled to endorse political figures such as Peter Obi or Atiku Abubakar, or even align with Sowore’s political platform. I have the right to make independent political decisions based on the security and collective interests of the Yoruba people.”
He added that Igboho’s advocacy prioritises addressing insecurity across Yorubaland, including killings of farmers, kidnappings along highways and attacks on traditional rulers and royal institutions.
Koiki, however, clarified that these concerns form the basis of Igboho’s movement rather than any ambition for political office or revolutionary leadership.
The statement added, “While Sowore has consistently promoted nationwide revolution as a pathway to leadership, Igboho’s approach is rooted in protecting lives, land and property within Yoruba territory. This agitation is a response to real and ongoing threats faced by communities in the region.
“Latest security incidents in northern Nigeria, including reported explosions in Maiduguri on March 16, 2026, also raise questions about the broader effectiveness of long-term revolutionary advocacy.
“We challenge Sowore to assess the situation in his home state of Ondo State, considering the growing cases of banditry, kidnapping and attacks on rural communities.”
The statement added that the impact of insecurity on vulnerable groups, including farmers, traditional rulers, women and children, had been severe, with several communities reportedly affected.
“These realities reinforce Igboho’s long-standing call since 2020 for localised security measures and stronger regional protection strategies.
“Labelling our agitation and efforts as ‘amala politics’ undermines the urgency of the security crisis and the legitimacy of grassroots agitation,” the statement concluded
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The continuous detention of the former governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has sparked reactions from politicians and socio-political activists.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
DAILY POST reports that the former governor has been in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, over an ongoing investigation into alleged financial impropriety when he was governor.
El-Rufai had earlier spent two nights in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, before he was picked up by the Department of State Services and then later handed over to the ICPC.
His continuous detention has sparked outrage among citizens who are calling on the commission to immediately charge the former governor to court.
Popular socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu, said in a post on X that “holding a citizen indefinitely without trial” is impossible.
According to her, “that is not justice. That is not accountability. That begins to look like persecution.
“Every Nigerian, no matter how powerful or unpopular, has the right to a fair hearing. That right is not a favour from the government. It is a constitutional guarantee. If El-Rufai committed crimes, then prosecute him. Nigerians will support that. But what we must never
Support is a system where the government can detain anyone endlessly, simply because it can.
“Today, it may be El-Rufai. Tomorrow, it could be anyone else who speaks or acts in a way that those in power do not like. A democracy must be better than that.
“So the message is simple: charge him in court or release him. Let justice be done openly, lawfully, and transparently. That is the only way a nation that claims to respect the rule of law should act”.
Similarly, an activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, in an interview he posted on X on Wednesday, demanded that the former governor be charged to court immediately, condemning El-Rufai’s incarceration.
“No matter the allegations, I think he should be charged in a court of competent jurisdiction so that he can face the music.
“All these things currently going on don’t look tidy to me”, he said.
On his part, Paul Ibe, a media aide to the former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, lambasted ICPC for not charging the former governor to court.
In a statement on his X handle, Ibe accused the Commission of taking sides with the President Bola Tinubu-led administration.
He wrote, “The matter of the former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai @elrufai has proven beyond measure that the ‘I’ in ICPC (Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission) @icpcnigeria represents Illegal or Irresponsible.
“There’s nothing Independent about the Commission. They’re no different from all the other institutions of state that are standing on Tinubu’s mandate. The ICPC is nauseatingly pliable and has disgracefully made itself available in coercing members of the opposition into the ruling party”!
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